Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has hit back at critics who questioned Kylian Mbappe’s conduct during the international break, insisting the France captain and forward fulfilled all his obligations to the club.
The Spanish giants’ boss moved to defend his striker after Mbappe faced media scrutiny for attending a Paris Fashion Week event and riding a bicycle while away from club duties. Rather than entertain concerns about the forward’s activities, Mourinho characterized the backlash as unwarranted.
Standing Firm on Player Conduct
Mourinho’s staunch defense of the French international reflects his confidence in how his players conducted themselves during the break. The Real Madrid manager emphasized that his squad adhered to club requirements, rejecting implications that Mbappe had strayed from expected standards.
“When it comes to Real Madrid, it’s always different. All the players did exactly what they were supposed to during the break,” Mourinho stated, underlining his position that scrutiny of the forward’s movements away from the pitch was misplaced.
Fashion Week and Criticism
The controversy centered on Mbappe’s appearance at Paris Fashion Week and a subsequent bicycle outing, activities that drew commentary from sections of the media. Rather than viewing these engagements as concerning, Mourinho deemed the resulting criticism wholly disproportionate to the circumstances.
The manager’s intervention represents a clear show of support for the 25-year-old forward, who joined Real Madrid this season. By dismissing claims that Mbappe overstepped during international break time, Mourinho reinforced that his player maintained appropriate standards while away from club activities.